And so much has changed in Blackpool, as three decades would. This collection of photos set the scene for how Blackpool looked during those memorable years. From the shops we have lost to street views, landmarks and pictures of the nightclubs we miss the most.
In case you missed them: 34 retro scenes from much-loved Yates's Wine Lodge - the beating heart of Blackpool's nightlife for decades
1. Your Blackpool, 1990s
British Home Stores, so central to shopping in Blackpool in the 90s Photo: National World
2. Your Blackpool 1990s
When Birley Street was pedestrianised in 1996 it was envisaged as Blackpool's answer to Paris, with pavement cafes and a relaxed continental atmosphere Photo: Bill Johnson
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